MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
94,572 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre main tread perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bumper /screws on nearside and complete bumper damaged with many sharp edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade rubber split (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Outer Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door mirror casing damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade rubber split (3.4 (b) (ii))
Front Bumper likely to become detached damaged a nd very loose / (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre main tread perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror housing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Lower under tray fitted
Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bumper sharpness (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged tyre sidewall damaged to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Lower under tray fitted
Lower under tray fitted
Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bumper damaged /exposing sharpness (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Offside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door mirror casing damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Steering linkage likely to become detached steering extension arm excessive movement (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Lower under tray fitted
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre tyre has been driven flat with outer sidewall damage ()
All direction indicators slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a))
All direction indicators slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
play in nearside front inner steering rack joint
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
How Reliable is the Renault Scenic?
Based on 2,489,721 MOT tests across 172,237 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VK08 XJL is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
Across all 2008 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 62,591 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Renault Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 108,325 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK08 XJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Renault Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Scenic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was VK08 XJL registered?
VK08 XJL is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 6 May 2008.
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